Kickers Emden before duel: Mahncke is betting on a win against Weiche Flensburg!

Kickers Emden before duel: Mahncke is betting on a win against Weiche Flensburg!

Kickers Emden defender Peer Mahncke has made a remarkable return from a long injury. On May 3, 2025, an unfortunate incident occurred at the Manfred Werner Stadium in Flensburg when he twisted his right knee while clearing a ball on the line. This injury led to an operation and an intensive rehabilitation period, most of which he had to spend in Hamburg. These circumstances made the start of the season anything but easy for him, as he was able to spend less time with the team, which made his adjustment more difficult. But Mahncke fought back and was able to be in the starting line-up again against Altona 93 on matchday 17.

In the last few games, Mahncke has earned a regular place and is making a crucial contribution to the team's stability and performance. Kickers Emden is currently in an exciting phase as the team is unbeaten in four games, which is particularly notable against strong opponents like Meppen and Drochtersen. Next Friday, however, every point counts again: Kickers Emden will face Weiche Flensburg, who have the fourth-best offense in the league. The team has scored 45 goals in 19 games and has also been undefeated in four games.

A look ahead

The first leg against Weiche Flensburg brought an exciting 3-0 at half-time for Kickers Emden, but only narrowly ended with a 3-2. Weiche Flensburg also recently changed coaches; Under the new coach Tim Wulff, the team was able to achieve impressive results, such as a spectacular 5:3 win against SV Meppen. Mahncke emphasizes the urgency of a win in order to increase the gap to the relegation zone and at the same time secure contact with the top places in the table. It is important for him that the defense is compact and strong in duels, especially after the team is limited by injury-related absences.

In an interview with “Deichkicker”, Mahncke reflects on his team’s recent mixed performance. Despite a defeat against SV Drochtersen/Assel, which was perceived as a setback, he sees progress in the team. The focus is now on the next away game against Bremer SV, where more fight, creativity and willingness to run are required in order to end the losing streak and initiate a positive turnaround.

Accept the challenges

These sporting challenges are not the only ones Mahncke had to deal with. The last month was also an intensive learning process for the player: After returning from his rehab, he got to know his teammates better and reacted to a new team dynamic. It is important to stay healthy and build on current form in order to play a role in the race for the top places in the table. Mahncke is optimistic that the return of ailing players and new talent can give the team fresh impetus to continue moving up in the league.

Kickers Emden has a lot to gain in the current situation, and Mahncke is aware of the importance of every victory. “In our situation, every win is very important,” says the defender, showing that the team is ready to give everything to continue the upward trend.

The next games will be crucial to consolidate the position in the table. Mahncke and the team are optimistic about the future and are ready to take on the challenges of the league.